Description
German Bee Sting Cake Bars With Almond Crunch are a delightful twist on the classic German cake, transforming it into easy-to-handle bars. With fluffy honey-infused cake, luscious vanilla cream, and a crispy almond topping, these treats are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup soft unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup butter (for almond topping)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup sugar (for almond topping)
- 2 tablespoons honey (for almond topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve 1 packet of active dry yeast in 1/2 cup of warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with 1/4 cup of soft unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, make the cream filling. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Set aside in the refrigerator.
- In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of sliced almonds, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the almonds are coated and golden. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle and place it in a greased baking pan.
- Spread the almond mixture evenly on the top of the dough. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely in the pan.
- Once the cake is cool, carefully slice it in half horizontally. Spread the whipped cream filling evenly on the bottom half and place the top half back on.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Once chilled, cut the cake into bars and serve. Enjoy the delightful combination of the soft cake, creamy filling, and crunchy almond topping!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Allow the dough to rise properly for the best texture. Consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract for a nutty flavor. Ensure your cream filling is well-chilled before spreading it.